Cybersecurity Today Cybersecurity Today: State-Backed ChatGPT Misuse, Dark Gaboon Attacks, and Starlink Installation Controversy
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Jun 11, 2025 State-sponsored hackers are exploiting ChatGPT for disinformation and malware, prompting OpenAI to take action. The mysterious Dark Gaboon hacker group has emerged, targeting Russian enterprises with sophisticated ransomware. Another hot topic is the controversial Starlink installation at the White House, which raised eyebrows due to security bypasses. Additionally, an enthusiast demonstrated how to unlock an Android tablet's BIOS using AI, spotlighting challenges and innovations in firmware security.
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State Hackers Exploit ChatGPT
- State-backed hackers from multiple countries exploited ChatGPT to develop malware, disinformation, and employment scams.
- These actors gained no novel capabilities from ChatGPT beyond what public resources offer otherwise.
Dark Gaboon Targets Russian Firms
- The Dark Gaboon group independently targets Russian companies with LockBit 3.0 ransomware.
- Their phishing emails utilize Russian language financial document templates to appear legitimate.
Starlink Installed Bypassing Security
- Elon Musk's Doge team installed a Starlink terminal at the White House without informing security staff.
- This created a network bypassing usual data tracking and raised security concerns.